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A Citizen's and Administrator's Guide to the New Cultural Struggle |
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In response to the cultural war declared upon gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people by the radical right, Gay / Lesbian / Bisexual / Transgender Public Policy Issues gives you an inside look at the gay community's perspectives on the four major issues of school curricula, workplace protections, legitimization of same-sex relationships, and protections against discrimination. Gay or straight, you will truly find your eyes opened as you read about:
"A timely primer on the major public policy issues facing communities on the eve of the 21st century. . . . By combining research with practical field experience and personal perspectives, this book will appeal to almost anyone interested in advocacy within social systems." - Gary Remafedi, MD, MPH, Assoc. Prof. of Pediatrics, University of Minn. "Provides analysis and guidance for public administrators and citizens to develop programs and policies to overcome hurtful stereotypes and promote acceptance that should be supported by all citizens who value the principles of American democracy." - Mary M. Timney, PhD, Director, Master of Public Administration Program, University of Cincinnati |
Foreword - Kathleen DeBold SECTION I: INTRODUCTION Religion in American Politics and the Religious Right - Paul Mazur Workplaces, Schools, Partnerships, and Justice: An Intersection That Causes Confrontation - Wallace Swan SECTION II: WORKPLACE AND LIFESPACE ISSUES The Workplace Movement - Wallace Swan The Impact of Lesbian/Gay Sensitive Policies on the Behavior and Health of Lesbians in the Workplace - Carol Ardell Burgess Struggling to Keep a Roof Over My Head - Karen Bjorkman SECTION III: YOUTH AND EDUCATION Sexual Orientations Issues Impact K-12 Education - Lyle Rossman Public Schools: A Battleground in the Cultural War - Tracy Phariss Making the Invisible Visible: Organizing Resources for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth in School and Communities - John Yoakam SECTION IV: RELATIONSHIPS Domestic Partners: The Legalization of Alternative Families - Wallace Swan Same-Sex Marriages - Wallace Swan SECTION V: JUSTICE ISSUES The Agenda for Justice - Wallace Swan Criminal Justice Interventions Impacting Gays and Lesbians - Wallace Swan Gays and Lesbians Are Given the Blue-Glove Treatment at the White House - Wallace Swan Conclusion |